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Haverfordwest County AFC travel to Bridgend tomorrow evening for a meeting with Penybont in the third round of the Nathaniel MG Cup.
The Bluebirds will be hoping to bounce back from Saturday’s 1-0 defeat to Flint Town United in the JD Cymru Premier. County had opportunities to find the net and perhaps return to west Wales with more to show for their efforts, however Ben Hughes’ goal three minutes into the second half proved decisive in a tight affair.
Bont, meanwhile, have made a strong start to the season, and were in action as recently as yesterday as they defeated Connah’s Quay Nomads 1-0 at Essity Stadium thanks to Gabe Kircough’s second-half goal. Rhys Griffiths’ side currently sit top of the JD Cymru Premier, with five wins and two draws from their opening seven matches.
The previous meeting between the sides took place less than a month ago, as we played out a goalless draw at LHP Stadium.
The tie will provide both teams with the opportunity to give much-needed minutes to players who have not featured as regularly so far this season, with a place in the quarter-finals at stake for the victors.
Penybont – At a glance
Founded – 2013
Ground – SDM Glass Stadium
Manager – Rhys Griffiths
Captain – Kane Owen
Last five meetings
August 23, 2024: Haverfordwest County 0-0 Penybont
April 21, 2024: Penybont 1-0 Haverfordwest County
March 8, 2024: Haverfordwest County 0-1 Penybont
October 17, 2023: Haverfordwest County 3-2 Penybont
August 18, 2023: Penybont 2-0 Haverfordwest County
Form guide
Penybont
D W W W W
Haverfordwest County
D D W L L
Key player
Clayton Green
Officials
Referee: Ben Williams
Assistants: Daniel Beckett and Ethan Goatley
Fourth official: Dale Randall
How to follow
If you’re not able to make it to the SDM Glass Stadium for the game, you can still keep up with the action by following live, play-by-play commentary on our YouTube channel with #TheBluebirdsNest Live, which brings supporters closer to the action! Ryan Evans will be there to describe all the action. To listen along, simply follow this link, or click on the video link below.
There will also be play-by-play text updates on our X (Twitter) page.
Nathaniel MG Cup third round fixtures
Kick off times are 19:45 unless stated
Northern Section
Connah’s Quay Nomads vs. Caernarfon Town
Airbus UK Broughton vs. The New Saints
Bala Town vs. Holywell Town
Aberystwyth Town vs. Llandudno (20:00)
Southern Section
Cardiff City vs. Merthyr Town (19:30)
Penybont vs. Haverfordwest County
Cardiff Metropolitan vs. Goytre United
Trethomas Bluebirds vs. Barry Town United
